Located in the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago, Speakeasy Custom Tattoo offers an unparalleled tattoo experience. Founded and owned by the acclaimed artist Patrick Cornolo, Speakeasy is more than just a tattoo shop; it’s a collective of world-renowned artists dedicated to providing exceptional service and breathtaking custom tattoos.
At Speakeasy, you’ll find a curated team of incredibly talented tattoo artists from both Chicago and across the globe. We regularly host guest artists, bringing diverse styles and techniques to our studio. This ensures our clients have access to a wide range of artistic perspectives and the highest quality tattooing available in Chicago.
What Sets Speakeasy Apart as a Chicago Tattoo Studio?
Speakeasy Custom Tattoo is not your typical walk-in tattoo parlor. We operate as an appointment-only custom tattoo studio. This deliberate choice allows us to cultivate a serene and focused environment, conducive to both artistic creativity and client comfort. Our studio is meticulously designed to be a clean and highly functional workspace, while simultaneously fostering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. We believe your tattoo experience should be as unforgettable as the artwork you leave with.
Understanding that exceptional art takes time, we appreciate your patience regarding appointment scheduling and response times. Our artists are dedicated to their craft and often have waiting lists. If you’re seeking a rushed tattoo, Speakeasy may not be the right fit. We specialize primarily in larger, custom tattoo pieces, though some artists may undertake smaller projects as well.
Your Vision, Our Expertise: Creating Unique Chicago Tattoos
As a dedicated custom tattoo shop, Speakeasy thrives on collaboration. We prefer to partner with our clients to develop original tattoo designs that are as unique as you are. You won’t find generic flash art on our walls. Instead, each artist at Speakeasy works directly with their clients, blending your ideas with their artistic vision to create truly personalized tattoos. We encourage you to explore our artists’ portfolios and select the artist whose style best resonates with your tattoo aspirations.
Meet Our Chicago Tattoo Artists
We invite you to explore our website to discover the individual artists at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo and view samples of their impressive work. From their profiles, you can link to their personal websites or Instagram pages for a more extensive look at their latest tattoo art.
Our current roster of talented Chicago Tattoo artists includes: Patrick Cornolo, Sean Adams, Zen (Gyungwook Kim), buddy, Carlos Elian, Eugene Matsapura , Dina Litun , Xenia Anikina , Felipe Parra and Alex Prequel.
Booking Your Custom Tattoo in Chicago
Planning ahead is key at Speakeasy. Our artists are highly sought-after and typically booked 2 months to a year in advance. While we primarily operate by appointment due to limited space and artist availability, we occasionally have openings for short-notice appointments due to artist availability or guest artist schedules. We recommend calling the shop to inquire about any last-minute availability.
We frequently host incredibly talented guest artists each month. These guest spots offer another avenue for potentially securing a tattoo with a world-class artist on shorter notice. Contact guest artists directly to book appointments during their time at Speakeasy. Click here to see our schedule of guest artists and links to their Instagram profiles.
To ensure a focused and relaxing atmosphere for both our artists and clients, we kindly request that clients come to their appointments unaccompanied. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain this environment.
For detailed information on scheduling your appointment, please visit our FAQ Tab at the top of our website.
At Speakeasy Custom Tattoo, we are committed to providing you with the exceptional tattoo you deserve. While we strive to accommodate as many requests as possible, our priority is ensuring each client receives a high-quality, custom piece of art. We appreciate your understanding and value every client, regardless of the size of the tattoo. Each artist manages their appointments individually to best serve their artistic process and professional standards. Thank you for considering Speakeasy for your Chicago tattoo.
Please note: Speakeasy Custom Tattoo is a CASH ONLY establishment. Several banks are conveniently located near the studio.
We specialize exclusively in tattoos and do not offer piercing services.
Connect With Us On Instagram
Stay up-to-date with the latest work from our artists and guest artists by following our Instagram feed below:
